Where can i buy a good car cover for my 81?

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Old Jul 25, 2012 | 03:32 PM
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i have been looking for a good car cover that fits my 81 z28 camaro. everything is pretty much stock except for my 4 in harwood hood. i want one thats a tight fit with not a lot of slack or too baggy. also has to be for outside. let me know a link or a good place to get one at.

also looking for one for a 1971 c-20 stepside long box pickup truck.

any help is appreciated.
 
Old Jul 26, 2012 | 12:51 AM
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I can't remember where I got mine but it was for a Camaro. The bad news is that it wore the paint of my mirrors from the wind constantly moving it. I will never cover another car. If i do it will be in a garage with brand new blankets.
 
Old Jul 26, 2012 | 09:52 AM
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I keep car covers on my Camaro, and the Austin gasser, but both are inside, not outside, so can't give you a reccommendation.
 
Old Jul 26, 2012 | 01:18 PM
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they make different grades of covers. the one you got was probably just a nylon im looking for a cover that is that microfiber. thanks for the input though. anyone else have any info?
 
Old Jul 26, 2012 | 05:14 PM
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Originally Posted by idriveafastcar
they make different grades of covers. the one you got was probably just a nylon im looking for a cover that is that microfiber. thanks for the input though. anyone else have any info?
I've got the one that's the micro fiber, and it says not to use it in the wet.
 
Old Jul 26, 2012 | 08:25 PM
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Originally Posted by 1971BB427
I've got the one that's the micro fiber, and it says not to use it in the wet.
ok you have a indoor cover then. im looking for an outdoor one. i have seen these go for around $80 all the way to $320. there are so amny different kinds but id like to find one that fits close and tight to my car. 2nd gen camaro with a rear spoiler.
 
Old Jul 29, 2012 | 12:52 PM
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Strangely enough, walmart sells car covers, from 20 dollar single layer ones to outdoor ones. Try year one or the paddock for custom fit covers though. I had a 250 dollar one on my 69, fit like a glove, had a soft inner layer that didn't mess up the paint. but it only lasted for about 2 winters in the chicago area.
 
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Originally Posted by camaros4evr
Strangely enough, walmart sells car covers, from 20 dollar single layer ones to outdoor ones. Try year one or the paddock for custom fit covers though. I had a 250 dollar one on my 69, fit like a glove, had a soft inner layer that didn't mess up the paint. but it only lasted for about 2 winters in the chicago area.
yeah im in central wisconsin so we have so pretty good winters minus this last year.
 
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